2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | Brera | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |